Internal Only Senior Venue Assistant - CambridgeInternal Staff OnlyThe Corn Exchange is not just the biggest venue in area it is also the busiest. We put on a whole range of events from the latest bands to children’s theatre, from huge corporate events to graduation ceremonies, from classical concerts to raves, weddings, parties and conferences. The Venue Team are key to the customer experience, and they ensure that all of our events are delivered to the highest standards, creating lasting memories of great nights out for all our customers. This role plays a key part in the operations of the venue. You will assist the Venue Officer during events with the delivery of customer and client focussed services within the Corn Exchange and Guild Halls. Working as part of the venues team to ensure the successful delivery of events by carrying out event tasks, including venue set-ups, stewarding, bar, cleaning and box office work, responding to and troubleshooting any issues that arise and pro-actively seeking guidance or support from a venue supervisor or venue officer as needed.About You: This job will particularly suit people looking specifically for evening and weekend work. Previous experience of working within a hospitality leadership role is desired. Whilst we’re looking for someone to work on the bar and stewarding teams predominantly, working as part of the Venues Team is a dynamic role requiring you to cover all the front of house tasks from time to time, including helping to set-up the venue, assisting the box office and post-show clearing and re-setting. So, if you’re keen to get stuck into all areas – we’d love to hear from you! In return we can offer many excellent employee benefits for those working at Cambridge City Council which include family friendly policies, a generous annual leave allowance, health & well-being initiatives, employee support scheme, learning and development opportunities and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). With so many opportunities to work on a wide range of events, joining the team at the Corn Exchange can help to get you noticed in the events industry. You will gain invaluable experience and work alongside experienced professionals, so get involved, send in an application today. This is a great opportunity for those who want to step up and work at an iconic venue – it is your time to shine. Hours: 37 hoursWorking Pattern: Monday – Sunday Contract: Permanent Salary: £13.90 - £15.06 per hour City Pay Band 2 (£26,824 - £29,064) + Enhanced rates for Saturday, Sunday, Bank Holiday and Night work Location:Corn Exchange & Guildhalls More Information: To find out more about the requirements of the role please visit www.cambridge.gov.uk/careersand click on ‘Our Vacancies’. There you can search for the role and download the Role Profile which will tell you a bit more about the role. You can also click on the links here to find out more information about Staff Pay and Benefits, Working for the Councilor Equality & Diversity in Recruitment If you would like an informal chat, please contact Beth.Lockyer@cambridge.gov.ukApplication Process: You can follow the on-screen instructions to ‘Apply Online’ and complete an application. Recruitment Timetable: If you would like to be considered for this role, you will need to apply by 28 Februrary 2026.The role is for Internal Staff Only
